Sivani Sanil
Edmonton,Canada
Summary
Compassionate Community Disability Support Worker, possesses a gentle touch and caring attitude centered on treating people with dignity and respect. Expertise in Leadership, Crisis- Management, and Planning. Collaborative team player with strong clinical and interpersonal skills. Highly motivated professional demonstrates the ability to develop and implement successful plans of action to address individual needs. Possesses strong problem-solving skills to reduce barriers. Committed to helping individuals and families.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Community Disability Worker
Catholic Social Services
11.2023 - Current
- Community Support: Assisted individuals with disabilities, enabling them to live independently in the community.
Assisted clients with activities of daily living, including meal preparation, personal hygiene, and mobility.
Coordinated and facilitated client participation in community resources, including recreational activities, educational programs, and housing options.
- Service Planning and Coordination: Developed individualized service plans tailored to the unique needs and goals of clients.
Organized medical appointments and transportation, ensuring timely access to healthcare services.
Facilitated communication and collaboration among clients, families, multidisciplinary professionals, and external agencies.
- Crisis Management: Delivered crisis intervention services to maintain the safety of clients and others.
Monitored clients’ health and well-being, reporting significant changes to appropriate personnel.
- Skill Development and Empowerment: Supported clients in developing essential life skills to foster independence.
Encouraged engagement in social and recreational activities to enhance community integration.
- Team Collaboration: Actively contributed to team meetings to devise strategies for client support and care.
Shared insights and observations to improve service delivery and achieve client goals.
- Practical Assistance: Maintained clean and safe living environments by assisting with household tasks, including cleaning and sanitization.
Used safe lifting techniques to assist clients with mobility, including transfers in and out of beds, baths, and wheelchairs.
- Health Monitoring: Recorded vital signs, such as temperature, pulse, and blood pressure, to track client health.
Actively listened to client concerns, providing emotional support and fostering trust.
- Mentorship and Supervision: Ability to guide and mentor staff based on extensive hands-on experience in disability support.
- Problem-Solving and Decision-Making: Adept at assessing client needs and leading the development of effective care strategies.
- Strong Communication: Skilled in facilitating discussions between clients, families, and teams to ensure clarity and consensus.
- Organizational Excellence: Proven capacity to manage schedules, coordinate resources, and prioritize tasks for smooth program operations.
Support Worker( Practicum)
Good Samaritan Society
01.2023 - 04.2023
- Documented client progress and activities in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
- Coordinated appointments for clients with healthcare providers to promote consistent access to essential medical services.
- Monitored clients' progress to adjust treatment plans accordingly.
- Assisted clients with personal care tasks, preserving their dignity and promoting independence.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Community Respite Support Worker
Entrust Disability Services
10.2022 - 04.2023
- Enhanced the quality of care for clients by providing personalized support and assistance with daily living activities.
- Established trusting relationships with clients and their families through empathetic communication and active listening.
- Transported clients to appointments, shopping venues and entertainment events according to determined schedule.
- Kept clients engaged in social networks and communities for personal health and growth.
Volunteer Coordinator
Snehabavan
01.2019 - 03.2022
- Resolved issues through active listening and open-ended questioning, escalating major problems to manager.
- Recruited and trained new volunteers on volunteer program goals and objectives.
- Managed volunteer calendar and verified coverage of key roles during volunteer unavailability.
- Managed and tracked volunteer hours and progress to support accurate documentation.
Education
GED -
NorQuest College( Diploma- Disability Studies)
Edmonton, AB05-2024
Skills
- Nutrition and meal preparation
- Transportation assistance
- Client advocacy
- Activity planning
- Documentation and reporting
- Cultural sensitivity
- Assistive technology
- Housekeeping support
- Computer skills
- Team leadership
- Verbal and written communication
- Incident reports
- Mobility support
- Conflict resolution
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Certification
- First Aid Certification
• Food Safety
• WHMIS
• NVCI Basic
Abuse Prevention and
Response
• Medication Administration
Crisis Prevention
Intervention Training
• PPE Training
• Hazard Assessment Training
• Trauma and Care Certificate
Abuse Prevention and
Response Adults/PDD
•Job Hazard Assessment
Training
•Suicide Prevention
Certificate
•Alberta Food Safety Basics
Certificate
- Standard First Aid CPR/AED
level C, 2022 @ Heart and
Stroke Foundation
Timeline
Community Disability Worker
Catholic Social Services
11.2023 - Current
Support Worker( Practicum)
Good Samaritan Society
01.2023 - 04.2023
Community Respite Support Worker
Entrust Disability Services
10.2022 - 04.2023
Volunteer Coordinator
Snehabavan
01.2019 - 03.2022
- First Aid Certification
• Food Safety
• WHMIS
• NVCI Basic
Abuse Prevention and
Response
• Medication Administration
Crisis Prevention
Intervention Training
• PPE Training
• Hazard Assessment Training
• Trauma and Care Certificate
Abuse Prevention and
Response Adults/PDD
•Job Hazard Assessment
Training
•Suicide Prevention
Certificate
•Alberta Food Safety Basics
Certificate
- Standard First Aid CPR/AED
level C, 2022 @ Heart and
Stroke Foundation
GED -
NorQuest College( Diploma- Disability Studies)
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